•June 17, 2026•
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Lovington June Fest 2026
Hot and ready
Sullivan Boy Scout Troop # 39 was at the ready with delicious food in Kirby’s parking lot for famished deal-seekers on Friday, June 5th, during Sullivan’s annual Townwide Rummage Sale. On the menu were brats, steak sandwiches, pork chops, chips, sides, and cool beverages.
Water restrictions remain in effect
•June 10, 2026•
Per the City of Sullivan’s recent online announcement: “Restrictions will remain in effect through the summer months and into the fall. The aquifer that the city uses for our only water supply is currently 15 feet below normal levels. The restrictions will be no lawn watering, no watering of planters, bushes or gardens, no pools large or small, no hot tub filling with city provided water; conservation remains encouraged, with residents asked to be mindful of usage and repair leaks promptly, the water meter will send a notice the city office, city office notifies distribution crew to check address for leak, the customer will then be notified of leak at that time. Please do your part to conserve water as the city continues to monitor the aquifer water levels.”
Read MoreSHS Spring ’26 Honor Roll
•June 10, 2026•
Straight A honor roll:
Seniors: Raine Bear, Danica Bell, Anyssa Coffer, Emily Crosier, Mae Dawkins, Delanie Eisele, Logan Fleener, Aubrey Gingerich, Mikaela Guest, Jenna Herschberger, Josie Herschberger, Johnathan Iacobazzi, Landon Jesse, Kharli Kelly, Evan Loy, Lillian Moxley, Eiley Poe, Harmony Ray, Marshall Robinson, Caden Saul, Madilyn Shonkwiler, Carson Swineford, J’nai Webb, Kolton Wiley, Nevaeh Wilson, and Tristan Wright.
Juniors: Adalyn Cruitt, Mya Dyer, Olivia Hullum, Grant Martin, Kaylee Smith, Brady Stollard, and Gavin Wade.
Read MoreHabitat for Humanity awards home
•June 10, 2026•
On Tuesday, June 2nd, members of Habitat for Humanity gathered at Heritage Woods to notify Shelia Anderson that she and her family will be the recipients of the next home built by Habitat for Humanity in Sullivan. Habitat for Humanity representative Sandy Sanders stated, “We look forward to working with this family. We are so fortunate to live in a community that supports the efforts of our local Habitat for Humanity affiliate.” Shelia Anderson was surprised at work with the notification, and expressed her deep gratitude to all present, with many hugs and warm exchanges resulting.
L-R: Marc Hall, Tara Reed, Salisa Olmsted, Nancy Hall, Sandy Sanders, Sheila Anderson, Ava, Kya, Mia, and Becky Comstock.
MISS Dine with a Doc: Anxiety
•June 10, 2026•
by DM Williamee
On Tuesday, May 2nd, Mid Illinois Senior Services of Sullivan’s monthly ‘Dine with a Doc’ had guest speaker, Dr. Wesley D. Allan, PhD, give a presentation on anxiety. Dr. Allan is an Associate Professor, Coordinator of Clinical Psychology, M.A at EIU.
Dr. Allan, a warm and engaging speaker, covered the various aspects of anxiety, including what it is, its causes, and what can be done about it. First focusing on its multiple effects on the body and what it feels like, he then shared that older adults are most worried about health and financial issues as they age, which resonated with many in attendance.
Read MoreLetter to the Editor 6-10-2026
Sullivan area merchants and community members,
The Sullivan American Legion Post is happy to announce that this will be our 5th year working with J & M Displays of Yarmouth, Iowa, to provide the 2026 4th of July fireworks display. This year’s program is $23,500.
During the month of June, our Legion members will be conducting our Annual City-Wide Walk Around, asking for donations. All monies collected as part of this fundraiser go into a special savings account specifically set up for funding the fireworks and 4th of July activities.
Read MoreObituaries 6-10-2026: Darlene Standerfer
Darlene Standerfer
Darlene June Standerfer, 83, of Sullivan, passed away 1:21 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2026, at Sullivan Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.
Read MoreObituaries 6-10-2026: Terry Phillips
Terry Phillips
Terry J. Phillips, 69, of Mattoon, passed away 10:01 a.m. Monday, June 1, 2026, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Mattoon.
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